MINI logo

MINI

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LB61 FAUMOT history

LB61 FAU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 29 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 64,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
64,133 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,146 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB61 FAU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FAU was last recorded at 64,133 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 2,873 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
61,260 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,873 miles
Average per year
4,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,133 miles
  • 2025 – 61,260 miles
  • 2024 – 55,884 miles
  • 2022 – 50,920 miles
  • 2020 – 42,873 miles
  • 2019 – 39,805 miles
  • 2018 – 35,438 miles
  • 2017 – 31,878 miles
  • 2016 – 26,170 miles
  • 2015 – 21,811 miles
  • 2014 – 18,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,133 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,133 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    64,133 miles
    Test number
    982834355812
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail64,133 miles (+2,873)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,133 miles
    Test number
    706349519396
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass61,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    61,260 miles
    Test number
    398367668965
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail61,260 miles (+5,376)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,260 miles
    Test number
    929163507662
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass55,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    55,884 miles
    Test number
    587761144962
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Fail55,884 miles (+4,964)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,884 miles
    Test number
    674623225395
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass50,920 miles (+3,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,920 miles
    Test number
    325372870984
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass47,762 miles (+4,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    47,762 miles
    Test number
    651313552360
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass42,873 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,873 miles
    Test number
    352838968473
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail42,873 miles (+3,068)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,873 miles
    Test number
    815535778762
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass39,805 miles (+4,367)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    39,805 miles
    Test number
    224237154761
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  12. Pass35,438 miles (+3,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,438 miles
    Test number
    832089913728
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass31,878 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    31,878 miles
    Test number
    902639104848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have damage to outer sidewalls no cords visible

  14. Fail31,878 miles (+5,708)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,878 miles
    Test number
    443814324946
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have damage to outer sidewalls no cords visible
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning lamp illuminated

  15. Pass26,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,170 miles
    Test number
    654063231592
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valve's perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has cut to sidewall/not to cord

  16. Fail26,170 miles (+4,359)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,170 miles
    Test number
    275671440574
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valve's perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has cut to sidewall/not to cord

  17. Pass21,811 miles (+3,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    21,811 miles
    Test number
    930646662752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut/tear. outer sidewall no cords visible

  18. Pass18,127 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    18,127 miles
    Test number
    656474344333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front & nearside front tyres wearing more on both inner & outer edges

Questions about LB61 FAU

Does LB61 FAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 FAU is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FAU?
The MOT on LB61 FAU is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 FAU done?
LB61 FAU was recorded at 64,133 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,146 miles a year.
Has LB61 FAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FAU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 FAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB61 FAU find?
LB61 FAU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB61F registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.